Current Staff Vacancies

Please see the individual recruitment packs for more information and how to apply.

Please direct any queries to

Class Teacher - Joydens Wood Infant School

Joydens Wood Infant School are looking for an Early Years Class Teacher to start in Summer 2 with a Reception Class who will then move up with the class to Year 1 in September 2024.  We would encourage ECTs to apply who would be available to start in Summer 2.

Salary: Main pay scale (Kent Fringe)

Closing date: Midday on 14 May 2024

Interviews: from 20 May 2024

NEST Recruitment pack Class teacher Joydens Infants April24.pdfNEST Teaching Staff application form.docx

Class Teacher - Joydens Wood Junior School

Joydens Wood Junior School are looking for a class teacher to provide the educational, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development for each individual child in their class and to support the overall development of the school.

Joydens Wood Junior School is a 3 form entry school with approximately 300 pupils on roll in Years 3 to 6 and are located in a semi-rural setting on the outskirts of London.

We have classroom laptops and smart screens in all classes. The large playing field and our generous outside space allows our children to thrive with our various sports teams being successful in many local competitions. Combined with Forest School, arts opportunities, performances and school residential trips our school offers the chance for every child to unlock their potential.

We believe in an Experience Curriculum and Values based education which nourishes and enables children to flourish, making a difference to the world through who and how they are. Our pupils are happy, safe and well-motivated, showing respect for themselves and others. They are proud of the high standards they reach and of how hard they work at school.

Salary - Main payscale (Kent Fringe) with a TLR possible for a subject lead for suitable candidate

Closing date - 12 noon on 14 May 2024

NEST Recruitment pack Class-teacher Joydens Juniors.pdfNEST Teacher Application Form.docx

Class Teacher - Pickhurst Infant Academy

Pickhurst Infant Academy are recruiting a full time Class Teacher for September 2024 to provide for the educational, spiritual, moral and cultural development for each individual child in their class and to support the overall development of the school.

Salary: M1-M6 (Outer London).  ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: Midday on 22 April 2024

Interview date: 25 April 2024

NEST Recruitment pack Class teacher Pickhurst Infants Mar-24.pdfNEST Application Form Support-Staff.docx

Class Teachers - Nexus Education Schools Trust

Are you passionate about teaching?

Why not join the NEST group of schools!

Nexus Education Schools Trust are recruiting teachers for Summer and Autumn 2024.  Applications are welcomed from ECTs and experienced teachers.  As a newly qualified teacher, we can consider a start in Summer 2. 

We also welcome applications from experienced teachers who are passionate about teaching and learning.  The role is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who can demonstrate a strong track record of highly effective teaching and outstanding pupil progress. 

Please ensure you state your preference for Borough on the application form.  Full and part-time applications considered.

Start date: Summer/Autumn 2024

Closing date: Midday on Wednesday 17 April 2024

Salary: Main scale

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

NEST Recruitment pack Class teacher.pdf

NEST Teacher Application Form.docx

Class Teacher - Perry Hall Primary School

Perry Hall Primary School are recruiting a Class Teacher for a Year 6 class to provide for the educational, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development for each individual child in their class and to support the overall development of the school.

Perry Hall Primary School is a friendly two-form entry school in Orpington. We aim to provide all children with the best possible education. Our staff are committed to not only strive for academic excellence, but the development of the whole child; a particular emphasis is placed on music, sport and the arts within school. We are a school with community at its heart.

Our motto is “Be the best you can be”.  We provide a safe, engaging, and collaborative learning environment which embraces individuality, diversity and celebrates success.  We strive to ensure that all pupils are happy, respectful, and confident individuals. Our rich curriculum inspires, challenges, and provokes learning.

At Perry Hall we are: Resilient, Reflective, Determined, Courageous, Respectful and Kind.

Hours - Full time

Start date - Autumn 2024

Closing date - 1 May 2024

Interviews - from 7 May 2024

NEST Recruitment pack Class Teacher Perry Hall April-2024.pdfNEST Teaching Staff application form.docx

Maternity Cover - Class Teacher - Perry Hall Primary School

Perry Hall Primary School are recruiting a Class Teacher to cover a maternity to provide for the educational, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development for each individual child in their class and to support the overall development of the school.

Perry Hall Primary School is a friendly two-form entry school in Orpington. We aim to provide all children with the best possible education. Our staff are committed to not only strive for academic excellence, but the development of the whole child; a particular emphasis is placed on music, sport and the arts within school. We are a school with community at its heart.

Our motto is “Be the best you can be”.  We provide a safe, engaging, and collaborative learning environment which embraces individuality, diversity and celebrates success.  We strive to ensure that all pupils are happy, respectful, and confident individuals. Our rich curriculum inspires, challenges, and provokes learning.

At Perry Hall we are: Resilient, Reflective, Determined, Courageous, Respectful and Kind.

Hours: Full time - maternity cover

Start date: Autumn 2024

Closing date: midday on 13 May 2024

Interview date: from 16 May 2024

NEST Recruitment pack Class Teacher MATERNITY Perry Hall April-2024.pdfNEST Teaching Staff application form.docx

Teaching Assistant - Perry Hall Primary School

Perry Hall Primary School are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to provide for the educational, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development for each individual child in their class and to support the overall development of the school. You will need to be caring, hardworking, willing to undergo training and most of all, enjoy working with children.

Salary: S3-S4 (Outer London)

Hours: 30 hours a week (Monday - Friday), 39 weeks per year

Closing date: Midday on 1 May 2024

Interviews: From 13 May 2024

TA Recruitment pack Perry Hall March-2024.pdfNEST Application Form Support Staff.docx

NEST Nurseries Practitioner

NEST Nurseries welcome applications for bank/casual supply staff to join our Nursery, situated in the beautiful grounds of Pickhurst Infant Academy in West Wickham, Kent. Based at our first nursery there will be future opportunities to move to new NEST nurseries within the group As a Nursery Practitioner working with us, you will play a key role in supporting the development of children in all areas of the learning. You can expect a supportive team with a competitive salary, excellent training and development as well as a caring and passionate place to work. You will work under the direction and management of a Nursery Teacher and within a team of other childcare professionals.

Salary: S3 (£13.77-£13.98 per hour) 

Hours: 

Bank staff who may be available at short notice to cover a morning or afternoon shift (7.45am – 1pm or 1 - 6pm)

Please mark on the application form if you wish to be considered as casual staff.

Start date: As soon as possible

Suitable candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis

NEST-Nurseries-recruitment-pack-Nov-2023-NURSERY-PRACTIONEER.pdf

NEST Nursery Staff Application Form.docx

Part-Time & Casual Teachers

Are you looking for a change and a better work/life balance?

We welcome informal applications from experienced teachers who are looking for more flexible working hours and would be interested in a job share.  When submitting your application, please state your preferred location and desired work pattern.
Additionally, we are looking for experienced teachers who would be interested in supply/casual work at schools across the Trust.  Please state on your application that you would be interested in supply.

NEST Teacher Application Form